Following community consultation that included a survey that received a total of 436 responses from residents, a bylaw was passed to regulate the use of fireworks. The bylaw came into effect on January 1, 2023. The fireworks bylaw (Bylaw 2022-46) allows consumer fireworks to be used between dusk and 11 pm on Victoria Day and Canada Day. The bylaw further requires that anyone handling or using fireworks must be 18 or older unless under the direct supervision of someone who is at least 18 years of age. Fireworks cannot be used on land owned or operated by the Town, its boards, or agencies without written consent from the Town.
The bylaw allows Display Fireworks on any occasion, but a permit is required from the Town. The application must be submitted at least 60 days in advance of the date of the fireworks.